Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Replacement is Ricoh WG-5 GPS

Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Casio EX-Z450 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The EX-Z450 was unveiled 5 years prior to the WG-4 GPS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-Z450 scores versus the WG-4 GPS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The full galleries are available at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
EX-Z450 | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Casio EX-Z450
WG-4 GPS | EX-Z450 | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 54 months |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
EX-Z450 | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 has got exterior dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has sizing of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-Z450 and Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z450 and the WG-4 GPS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and WG-4 GPS is 96 and 90 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and WG-4 GPS.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to show more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older EX-Z450 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 lbs) | 235 grams (0.52 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-40 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $229 | $210 |